Morocco stepped up its preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against Nigeria with an intense training session at the Mohammed VI Football Complex, just hours before Wednesday night’s decisive clash in Rabat.
Walid Regragui and his squad completed a 90-minute workout on Monday evening, fully dedicated to fine-tuning tactical details and preserving mental sharpness ahead of the encounter at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, scheduled for an 8:00 p.m. kick-off.
With a place in the final at stake, the Atlas Lions approached the session with clear intent and discipline.
The coaching staff structured the training around a careful balance of physical conditioning and tactical organisation.
Players moved seamlessly between targeted athletic drills and structured game scenarios, reflecting the staff’s desire to maintain rhythm without overloading bodies at this advanced stage of the tournament.
Every sequence carried purpose, with an emphasis on precision, positioning, and collective coordination.
The atmosphere at the Mohammed VI Complex mirrored the importance of the moment. Calm prevailed, yet intensity never dropped.
Players showed focus in execution and seriousness in attitude, aware that margins often decide matches at this level.
Communication flowed constantly on the pitch, with senior figures guiding younger teammates and reinforcing collective standards.
Morocco’s technical staff paid close attention to details during the session. Regragui regularly paused drills to correct positioning and adjust movement patterns, ensuring that each player fully understood his role.
The approach highlighted the coach’s insistence on clarity and discipline, qualities that have defined Morocco’s journey through this AFCON campaign.
Beyond tactics, the session also served as a mental reset. The Atlas Lions trained with visible confidence, drawing strength from their cohesion and from the prospect of playing another major match on home soil.
The players embraced the responsibility that comes with carrying national expectations, while keeping emotions under control.
Nigeria now stands as the final obstacle before the continental final, and Morocco continues to prepare without distraction.
The squad remains fully concentrated on its task, avoiding premature celebrations or excessive pressure.
Each training minute reflects a shared objective: arrive on Wednesday night ready, united, and fully committed.
As the countdown continues, Morocco’s message stays consistent. Preparation, discipline, and collective belief guide every step.
In Rabat, the Atlas Lions intend to present a team ready to compete at the highest level when the semi-final whistle sounds.
